Production Supervisor

It's really no secret, our people are at the heart of everything we do - that's what makes us One Harvest! Our ambition is to help people live better lives, an ambition that which ranges from the yummy & healthy foods we source, grow & harvest to providing meaningful employee experiences. We have 1,000 talented team members across Australia & every one of us is passionate about innovation, sustainability & quality.

About the role

Looking to step up your career in Logistics? We're seeking a dedicated Supervisor to join our team! Experience and expertise in warehouse operations and receivals are essential, along with holding a valid FL license. Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the provision of knowledge, experience, motivation, support, training and recommendations to Team Leaders and production employees. The Production Supervisor is responsible for the management of shift production objectives, employee productivity and workplace safety. The Production Supervisor is accountable for ensuring that the production schedule is adhered to, with countermeasures implemented, as required, to manage day to day production and worker issues. The Production Supervisor is responsible for production worker training and development, the instruction of Standard Operating Procedures, the safe and appropriate use of tools and equipment, and ongoing guidance on how to improve quality and/or efficiencies during production. 

Key Responsibilities 

A day in the life

• Support operations and guide the focus of your team to ensure efficiencies are at a maximum with both people and machinery
• Mentor, develop and lead your team leaders to take charge of daily production
• Create a product quality focus amongst teams that is upheld every day
• Identify and initiate continuous improvements in production processes and procedures
• Provide support to the Operations Manager on the site to deliver production throughputs and casefill
• Foster a strong sense of Work Health and Safety
• Achieve stock control and WIP targets
• Enhance work place planning and scheduling

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Experience in a team leader or supervisory role in a similar industry (FMCG/Manufacturing)
• Strong leadership and people management skills, including the ability to develop and inspire others.
• Experience in warehouse receivables and knowledge of logistics functions in a warehouse setting.
• GMP, Food Safety, Workplace Health and Safety training and experience and Solid mechanical aptitude
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving and continuous improvement mindset. Ability to implement change.
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Agile in work approach and ability to respond to changing priorities and production demand in a timely and efficient manner.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated emotional intelligence and influence.
• Hands on team player, who leads by example.
• Ability to effectively manage and resolve difficult situations and people challenges.
• Sets and achieves high standards of performance for self and others.
• Demonstrated ability to build constructive relationships with all stakeholders and contributes effectively to the overall needs and direction of the business.
• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing concepts and process improvement experience
• Forklift License preferred. 

What we are proud of

One Harvest are industry leaders in the Fresh Food/ FMCG industry with more than 25 years of experience. We proudly grow, harvest, process & supply fresher, healthier, easy everyday foods for everyone through our unique & value add produce into supermarkets & green grocers around the country.

Belonging

One Harvest is an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace where individual strengths are valued, leading to increased diversity & innovation. A culture of inclusion leads to diversity of experience, perspective & thinking, creating an amazing place to work with better outcomes for our people & our customers. One Harvest is committed to fostering inclusion & belonging through our work, & our people are encouraged to bring their whole self to work.

One Harvest is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values inclusion & diversity. We can't wait to receive your application!